Dahlia — Dwarf Double Opera Mix seeds
Dwarf Double Opera Dahlias are a frost-tender perennial that produce double and semi-double flowers. This is a dwarf variety and the compact flower stems do not require staking or support as they grow. Dwarf Double Opera Dahlias are heat resistant and have a long flowering season. Remember to remove the old spent flower heads to stimulate further plant growth (otherwise known as 'deadheading'). This mix contains white, orange, purple, yellow, and red Dahlia varieties. Dwarf Double Opera Dahlias are great for growing in pots, containers, grow bags or as a flower boarder.
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Dahlia variabilis | 10 seeds per packet
Sow seeds directly into your garden bed or pots approximately 10mm deep. Alternatively, you can raise seedlings in a protected area (in a greenhouse or indoors) and plant out after the plants have true leaves. Leave approximately 30cm between plants and rows of Dwarf Double Opera Dahlias. Keep soil moist (but not soggy!). Ideally, sow seeds when the temperature is between 18 to 21°C. Germination occurs within 3 to 5 days. Dwarf Double Opera Dahlias reach full maturity within approximately 115 days.
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